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K979 DVW

1992 Fiat Tempra

White Petrol 1581cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jan 2015
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

114,404 mi
Last recorded114,404 miles
Recorded on19 Dec 2013
Typical for 1992 Fiat Tempra76,622 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK979 DVW
MakeFiat
ModelTempra
Year1992
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,581cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Dec 2013 114,404 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2012 113,419 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2012 112,164 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2010 110,617 miles
Fail 22 Dec 2010 110,616 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Pass 1 Feb 2010 109,089 miles
Fail 1 Feb 2010 109,089 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Front Lower Brake pipe inadequately supported (3.6.B.1)

Pass 2 Jan 2009 106,411 miles

Offside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Oil leak

Temporary fuel cap fitted

Pass 3 Dec 2007 103,303 miles
Pass 27 Dec 2006 101,022 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2005 99,329 miles

How Reliable is the Fiat Tempra?

Based on 13,335 MOT tests across 3,542 vehicles.

60.7%
Pass Rate
3,889
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
3,542
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 2,170
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 971
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 824
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 716
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 642
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K979 DVW is a 1992 Fiat Tempra in White with a 1,581cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 1992 Fiat Tempra models, the average MOT pass rate is 62.9% with a typical mileage of 76,622 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Fiat Tempra fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 2,170 recorded failures. If you're considering buying K979 DVW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Fiat Tempra typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 34 years old, this Fiat Tempra is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was K979 DVW registered?

K979 DVW is a 1992 Fiat Tempra, first registered on 25 August 1992.

Is K979 DVW safe to buy?

The MOT history for K979 DVW shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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